The historic city of Verona is one of the most interesting and beautiful places in Italy’s Veneto region, and despite often being overshadowed by nearby Venice, it is somewhere which should certainly be added to any northern Italy itinerary. Dating back to 89 BC, Verona is filled with impressive historical architecture, beautiful ancient churches and an … Read more
From the famous Last Supper to the Gothic Duomo to epic designer shopping, Milan is a bustling cultural hub that is often overlooked. In this guide, I share the best things to do in the city, starting with what is by far the best activity… 1. Eat Gelato at Chocolat Milano I’ve done a lot … Read more
Venice is sinking, there is little doubt about it. Which is why it is higher up many travel lists than the likes of Naples or Florence. But even without the clock potentially ticking on the future of the city, Venice has long been one of the country’s top tourist attractions. Appropriately named the “fairy tale city of … Read more
Venice’s food scene is hit and miss. This surprises many people. Especially if you’ve spent time elsewhere in Italy taking for granted that the food would be good; because it was. Sadly, that’s not the case in Venice. Why? My best guess is three factors: That doesn’t mean there isn’t good food in Venice. There … Read more
On the one hand, you really want to see Venice, but on the other, you’ve heard some horror stories about crowds and prices and flooding. Which leaves you wondering – is it possible to experience Venice without the disappointment? The answer, fortunately, is yes. In this guide I’ll share my tips to help you get … Read more
A 5th-century city of canals where romance oozes from the ornate buildings, Venice is a dream destination for most of us. I’ve visited many times. And each time I fall more in love with the floating city. With 118 islands lying across a web of canals, linked by 400 bridges, it can be hard to … Read more
NEWS for 2024: The Venice Entry Fee applies if you visit Venice on specific dates from April to July 2024. Dates listed in the calendar below. More info: Venice Entry Fee 2024 – Everything You Need to Know Whether you’re planning to visit Italy’s sparkling wine region to go wine tasting, planning a trip to … Read more
There are over 100 wineries in the Conegliano-Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG area alone. In this list, we share our favourites. These tend to be smaller, family-run vineyards that produce high-quality Conegliano-Valdobbiadene Prosecco. Do I need to choose the wineries if I book a tour? Absolutely not. Our drivers have years of experience choosing the right wineries … Read more
We all know that Italian food is special but in a region where farming, biodiversity and local produce sit at the heart of daily life, the food experience is elevated even further. Whether you’re taking a Wine Tasting Tour with us or spending a week relaxing in one of the agrituismo, dining out is of … Read more
Italy’s sparkling wine production region is concentrated in the Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia Regions in the Northwest of Italy. In this guide, I’ll share everything you need to know to understand the region and how to visit. Prosecco D.O.C It’s helpful to understand that different qualities of wine are made in different parts of … Read more